Malay Word of the Day
maaf
/MA-af/ • verb — 9th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: to apologize or express regret
Examples
- Saya minta maaf atas kesilapan saya.
(I apologize for my mistake.) - Dia berkata maaf dan berjanji tidak akan mengulanginya.
(He said sorry and promised not to repeat it.) - Maaf, bolehkah saya masuk?
(Excuse me, may I come in?)
Synonyms
- ampun
- izin
The word 'maaf' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express regret or a request for forgiveness.
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